Frankie Jacobs Gillette Business Council Forum and Luncheon
July 17 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Frankie Jacobs Gillette Business Council Forum and Luncheon
Presented by the National Association of Negro Business & Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc.
Real Talk. Real Tools. Real Growth. Real Results.
Join us for a transformative day of empowerment, connection, and action at the Frankie Jacobs Gillette Business Council Forum and Luncheon — a signature event designed to celebrate legacy while accelerating economic opportunity for women entrepreneurs and professionals.
This powerful experience brings together business leaders, founders, and changemakers for an unforgettable day of inspiration, insight, and access. Whether you’re building a business, growing a brand, or expanding your influence, this event is for you.
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🔹 Highlights Include:
- Keynote Speaker: Daphne E. Jones
Fortune 50 Retiree | Former SVP & CIO at GE Healthcare, Hospira (Pfizer), and Johnson & Johnson
Board Director at AMN Healthcare (NYSE: AMN) & Barnes Group Inc. (NYSE: B) - Live Launch of the Yellow Couch Podcast
Featuring Melissa Butler, Founder of The Lip Bar, and Charles Kuykendoll of Blavity - Industry Panel Discussion
Featuring insights from top professionals on access to capital, scaling, and sustainable growth - TED-style Lightning Talks
Bold, engaging talks from visionary entrepreneurs and thought leaders - Networking Luncheon
A high-impact experience designed for relationship-building, resource-sharing, and revenue-generating conversations - Evening Soirée
Celebrate with cocktails, music, curated networking, and unforgettable connections
🎟️ Choose Your Experience
Full-Day Access:
Includes the forum, all mainstage programming, luncheon, podcast launch, and evening soirée.
($250)
Networking & Innovation Pass:
Afternoon access to the evening soirée only, perfect for professionals joining after work.
($75)
💼 Why Attend?
- Build your business network
- Learn from those who’ve done it
- Celebrate legacy and leadership
- Leave with actionable insights and new opportunities
This is more than an event. It’s a movement rooted in economic empowerment, Black excellence, and building bold businesses that last.
📍 Location:
Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel
Columbus, OH
✨ Be part of history. Build the future.
Spots are limited. Secure your seat now and join the movement.